The Citadel Today

Two former cadets, both now Army chaplains, continue to take the road less traveled together

September 3, 2020September 3, 2020

A photo more than a decade in the making — two ’11 alumni, standing together at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, holding a Citadel flag.

Alumni Featured

ACT/SAT tests optional for students applying to The Citadel for fall 2021

September 2, 2020September 1, 2020

Due to the challenges with college entrance tests’ availability and access, The Citadel is implementing a test optional policy for high school students applying for the fall 2021 term.

Our Mighty Citadel 2026: Advancing our legacy of leadership

September 1, 2020October 18, 2022

The Citadel’s new strategic plan, Our Mighty Citadel 2026, is now in place to serve as the guideline for the college’s evolution.

Campus Life Featured News Releases

The Citadel ranks as best online college in the state

September 1, 2020September 1, 2020

The Citadel is ranked number one for online colleges in South Carolina, coming in just ahead of Clemson University and the University of South Carolina

Two Citadel cadets earn Women in Defense scholarships

August 28, 2020April 2, 2024

The Women in Defense Palmetto Chapter is pleased to announce Cadets Lillian Layden and Catherine Guenther as the awardees of its 2020 STEM Scholarship.

Taking care of each other on campus

August 27, 2020August 28, 2020

The Citadel Office of Cadet Activities is delivering meals on wheels to help care for cadets in quarantine.

COVID-19 Featured People

Citadel postpones parade, events honoring Class of 2020

August 26, 2020August 26, 2020

Due to the evolving COVID-19 environment, the parade honoring the Class of 2020 which had been scheduled for the weekend of September 18-19 will be postponed.